The CoolCatTeacher
MARCH 7, 2024
From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter I hope today's show will provoke thought and thinking about what it means to relate to our students. Relationships may not be easily measurable but have a significant impact on student achievement. Today, for Thought Leader Thursday, we are talking to Tom Hierck, 41-year educator, and author of 25 books.
Ask a Tech Teacher
MARCH 7, 2024
Today’s tip: Find a lost program Category: Problem-solving If a program disappears, here are two quick ways to find it more than half the time (on PCs ): Look around the screen Check the taskbar Sign up for a new tip each week or buy the entire 169 Real-world Ways to Put Tech into Your Classroom. What’s your favorite tech tip in your classroom?
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Digital Promise
MARCH 7, 2024
The post How Verizon Innovative Learning Schools Transformed My District appeared first on Digital Promise.
EdTech Magazine
MARCH 7, 2024
With 14.5 percent of high schoolers and 3.3 percent of middle schoolers using e-cigarettes, according to the 2022 National Youth Tobacco Survey, vaping among teenagers has become an epidemic. And while the health concerns are troubling, the wider safety and security implications for K–12 schools and districts are often not discussed. At Newark Central School District in New York, student vaping led to an increase in physical altercations and property damage.
Generative AI holds tremendous promise for all stakeholders in higher education. But guardrails are needed. Strong governance that empower instructors are at the core of a responsible approach to using generative AI in academia.
EdNews Daily
MARCH 7, 2024
Did you know? According to the National Education Association, by 2025, 1 out of every 4 children in classrooms across the US will be a new English Language Learner, Multilingual or Bilingual student. New students arriving in the US are usually called newcomers in a school setting. The term ‘newcomers’ is defined as K-12 students born outside the United States who arrived in the country in the last three years and are still learning English.
Edsurge
MARCH 7, 2024
A few weeks ago, Ferris State University made a splashy announcement that it planned to enroll two chatbot “students” in its classes, calling it a novel way for colleges to test their curricula. The unusual idea seems in some ways like a publicity stunt to call attention to a the academic major it offers in artificial intelligence — and local TV news stations pounced on the notion that nonhuman classmates would be participating side-by-side in hybrid college classes with T-shirt-clad young peopl
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The Hechinger Report
MARCH 7, 2024
People who read college applications are a lot like detectives. Without having been there for the event (the student’s K-12 education and life), they must find clues in documents (high school transcripts and student essays) and eyewitness accounts (letters of recommendation) to solve the case (decide whether a student might be able to thrive at the college).
eSchool News
MARCH 7, 2024
Key points: Admins can take risks, learn to use new tools, and relying on the partners Solving the IT staffing challenge in K-12 education Now is the time to plan for next year’s technology upgrades For more news on IT transformations, visit eSN’s IT Leadership hub Irvington Public Schools is an urban district with the hometown feeling of a place where everyone knows each other.
Sell Courses Online
MARCH 7, 2024
Looking for the best course creation tools and software? Check out this comprehensive list of 30+ top tools to simplify and expedite your course creation.
eSchool News
MARCH 7, 2024
Key points: Use “hooks” to captivate students’ attention and foster excitement for learning Student engagement requires more than edtech tools PBL isn’t used enough–let’s change that For more news on teaching trends, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub Learning is a dynamic process, one in which learners must be actively engaged.
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Schools face increasing challenges as technology becomes integral to education. Efficient device management is essential for maximizing technology use and safeguarding investments. Our article discusses the importance of tracking devices, outlines current challenges, and suggests modern solutions that go beyond traditional methods like Excel. Learn how advanced tracking systems can streamline operations, improve maintenance, and offer real-time updates for better resource allocation.
MiddleWeb
MARCH 7, 2024
Jason Kennedy believes that planning on the front-end will result in better learning for students and more enjoyment by the teacher. Cathy Gassenheimer recommends his no-frills, how-to book that’s full of ideas and Kenney's passionate views about engagement and learning. The post A How-to Guide to Better Engage Your Students first appeared on MiddleWeb.
Teacher Tech with Alice Keeler
MARCH 7, 2024
Prompting AI for the ELA Classroom to create an ELA lesson plan leaves out all the specialized training and student specific knowledge that ELA teachers have. Here are some considerations when making your prompt. The post The Art of Prompting AI for the ELA Classroom appeared first on Teacher Tech with Alice Keeler.
edWeb.net
MARCH 7, 2024
edWeb.net is a free professional learning network that provides educators with online learning communities and edWebinars. edWeb has grown to a global community of over 1 million educators from preK – higher ed. edWeb provides personalized, collaborative learning—anytime, anywhere. The benefits of virtual professional learning became even more apparent during the pandemic, and continue to provide teachers, administrators, and all staff with more choice and flexibility that makes learning m
Josie Ahlquist
MARCH 7, 2024
Whether on TikTok, Instagram, or YouTube, Influencers are everywhere. So, how can higher education better approach marketing and communications strategies to positively influence current and future students? In this session, three models of student influencer programs will be shared, from low-budget ambassador programs to paid influencer content on platforms like Instagram and TikTok.
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How can we actively engage learners 24/7, on their level and according to their interests, while respecting their learning styles? It’s not impossible. In this guide: Explore how to transform traditional, one-way videos into two-way interactive learning experiences Understand different types of artificial intelligence (AI), including - Generative vs.
Lightspeed Systems
MARCH 7, 2024
Lightspeed Systems’ “United for Safety” two-part webinar series is a catalyst for increasing the discussion around student safety/well-being.
eSchool News
MARCH 7, 2024
Charlotte, NC — Discovery Education today announced that its no-cost, augmented-reality (AR) learning resource— Sandbox AR —has surpassed the 1 million download milestone in the Apple iTunes store. In 2023, Sandbox AR was named was named Best XR/VR/AI Product as part of the GESS Education Awards and was the winner of the first prize in the Hardware, AV, AR/AV, Robotics and Digital Device category at the BETT 2023 Awards.
Think Exam
MARCH 7, 2024
In the rapidly evolving business landscape, the importance of hiring the right sales team cannot be overstated. Sales professionals are the engine of a company, driving revenue and fostering relationships with clients.
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